Calm The Chaos, Decluttering & Organizing

03/05/2026

What do you have on this list that could go to someone in need?

Discover things that always sell at thrift stores that people rarely donate, and why overlooked items like mismatched silverware outperform trends.

02/17/2026

Cats are the actual best 🫶🏼

12/12/2025

It’s a good time to do a holiday decor edit. Can you set aside an hour to scan your storage area (bins) for what no longer gets used, and donate it?

11/20/2025

BEFORE / DURING / AFTER:

This was a little boy's bedroom, shared with his brother. The old bunk bed was replaced with a newer one. We went through all the toys and clothing. We helped install a new theme (out with the cars, in with the sports!) and the youngest brother now has his own bedroom which he is taking great pride in keeping tidy!

09/26/2025

It’s a good time to do a clothing edit. Can you set aside an hour or two to scan your closet for what no longer fits or gets worn?

09/10/2025

We endorse this advice 👇🏼

Professional organizers share the six categories of household items that minimalists will never buy in order to maintain a streamlined lifestyle.

08/29/2025

We went through a bout of grief recently and it’s easy to spot these symptoms in our home, however subtly.

These little details at home can say way more than someone's words ever will.

08/20/2025

BEFORE / AFTER
This member, in midtown Atlanta was navigating a difficult chapter of life. We decluttered and organized her entire apartment. Projects like these are especially meaningful to us when we get to work with members of the LGBTQ+ community (our chosen family), hold space for their emotions, and leave them feeling lighter. If you're looking for hands-on support for a project in your home -- please reach out!

08/05/2025

06/24/2025

BEFORE / AFTER: This was a college-student who runs a retail business from her basement bedroom. You can only see 3/4 of the room but suffice to say -- it was a MAJOR transformation in 9.5 hours! She released 22 bags of trash, 20 cardboard boxes and two carloads of donation items. She still has some refinement to do in her space. It will be *much* easier with more closet space, floor space, a dedicated vanity and office area, and more storage solutions.

If you'd like a transformation like this in your space, reach out to schedule a call!

04/16/2025

HOW TO STAY MINIMAL AFTER AN ORGANIZING SESSION?

There should always be an equal number of items LEAVING your home as there are going items coming in.

So, for instance, on gifting holidays -- members of the household should aim to donate an equal number of belongings to match the new gifts coming in.

When clothing shopping, we encourage donating an equal number of garments to match the new ones coming in.

Same goes for decor. If you purchase a new couch, sell or donate the old one. If you upgrade your bedframe, sell or donate the old one. If you find a better lamp or tablecloth, donate the old one.

Please DON'T just put your older items in your garage / attic / basement to deal with later. They will be forgotten and collect dust. You're just delaying the inevitable, and one day you'll have a bigger (overwhelming) purge on your hands.

Keep this in mind every time you bring in a new items through the front door... and ask yourself, "Now, what can I put in the donation bin that I no longer need?"

Then, *actually* bring it to a donation center (Goodwill, Value Village, or your favorite local charity) next time you leave your home.

I hope this helps!

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And if you would like professional help with your closet, The Chaos | Decluttering & Organizing is at your service in 📍Atlanta and willing to travel for select projects!

Happy organizing!
Mira Joleigh & Alex Himes

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